SKILLED TRADES SPECIALIST IV

Introduction GRADE ASTD15 LOCATION OF POSITION DJS- Alfred D. Noyes Children Center Facilities Maintenance 9925 Blackwell Rd. Rockville, MD 20850 Main Purpose of Job Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of the Skilled Trades Specialist IV, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS! This position is responsible for the daily-uninterrupted operation of the Alfred D. Noyes Children’s Center and handles maintenance duties such as HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and preventative maintenance. The Skilled Trades Specialist IV may also handle new construction, installations, alterations, renovations, painting, and repairs of facility equipment, electrical work and grounds maintenance/snow removal in order to maintain the facility. This position requires the incumbent to work second shift, 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. POSITION DUTIES The Skilled Trades Specialist IV position duties include, but are not limited to: - Performing maintenance and repairs for all building systems to maintain the facility. - Installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing systems. - Performing maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment and fixtures. - Performs road repair and walkways. - Applying plaster to walls and ceilings, repairing damaged surfaces and performing concrete work on various structures. - Prepares interior and exterior surfaces for painting. - Operates central air conditioning plants and equipment, conducts safety inspections of boilers and provides oversight to the cleaning, repair and maintenance of furnaces and boilers. - Providing year-round outside grounds maintenance for DJS facilities to maintain a safe and properly manicured property - Assisting in the relocation of furniture and other equipment necess